MnDOT to Begin Hwy 61 Bridge Work

Beginning at 6 a.m., Monday, August 1, southbound Highway 61 will be reduced to a single lane over the Mississippi River between Highway 10 and Fourth Street, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. 

Once crews complete work on the southbound side of Highway 61, on approximately August 10, northbound Highway 61 will be reduced to a single lane in the same area to complete the project.

These lane closures are needed as crews resurface the bridge deck as part of scheduled maintenance on the bridge.

*Note the MRB trail adjacent to the bridge will also be closed weekdays while work is completed on northbound Highway 61.

All lanes are expected to reopen by August 20, 2022.

For updated road condition information, call 511 or visit www.511mn.org.

Door Hangers Distributed for Water Conservation

City of Hastings staff are placing door hangers on the homes of those who are in violation of the City's watering ordinance. The hangers outline the City's watering rules. As a reminder, odd-even day lawn sprinkling, based on a resident's address, is in effect from May 15 to September 1 of each year. An updated watering ordinance that went into effect this year also prohibits lawn watering between the hours of 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. This was done to conserve the City's water supply. 

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Vote Early by Absentee Ballot

You can vote early by mail or in person with an absentee ballot prior to the August 9 State Primary Election. Mailed ballots must be received by August 9. 

Vote in person with an absentee ballot at Hastings City Hall, 101 4th Street East, Monday-Friday, between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Early Voting in person hours:

• Tuesday - Friday, Aug. 2-5, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Aug. 6, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Monday, Aug. 8, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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August 9 Primary Election Day Voting

Vote at your local precinct polling location between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. To find your polling location, view your sample ballot and more, visit MNvotes.org

Seeking Election Judges

We continue to accept applications for election judges to assist in ensuring a fair and secure election this fall. Election judges are responsible for the administration of election procedures in the polling place and help guarantee voters' rights are protected. Plus, it's a great way to learn about the election process, be active in the community, meet new people, learn new skills and get paid!

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Fleet Farm Opens September 9

Fleet Farm Hastings, located at 875 General Sieben Dr., will open for business on September 9! The company made the announcement at Rivertown Days this past weekend. Mayor Mary Fasbender and city staff got a sneak peek at the new store.

2nd Qtr Strategic Initiatives Report

You can review progress made toward the City's eight strategic priorities in the 2022 2nd Quarter Strategic Initiatives Progress Report. Also included is progress toward additional initiatives and efforts. 

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NNO Neighborhood Parties Announced

Several neighborhoods in Hastings will host neighborhood parties on August 2, as part of National Night Out. Join a neighborhood party or attend the community gathering at Lions Park to interact with law enforcement, discuss neighborhood safety and get to know your neighbors. 

Visit the Hastings National Night Out Webpage

Cop on a Rooftop August 19

We invite our community to meet us at Dunkin', where members of the Minnesota Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics will be on hand to help raise funds for the athletes of Special Olympics Minnesota. On Friday, August 19 from 6 – 11 a.m., we will be at Dunkin', 1207 Vermiliion Street. We hope you will join us to support this organization!

Full-Time Police Officer Wanted

Now Hiring! Be part of a service-focused, forward-thinking public safety team. Join the Hastings Police Department as a full time police officer.

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Reserve Volunteers Needed

The Hastings Police Department is recruiting Police Reservists to assist our sworn officers in serving our community. If you are interested in learning more about the role of the police, please look into this opportunity. The Hastings Police Reserve is an unpaid, non-sworn, volunteer unit within the Police Department.

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July 18, 2022 

Approved two budget amendments, a plan and accepted a bid for the Lake Isabel Park Redevelopment Project.

Listened to a report on the City's Compensation and Classification Study undertaken by Abdo Consulting and referred follow-up questions and review to the Administration Committee, prior to taking action on the findings and recommendations.

Adopted an ordinance amendment to allow new liquor licenses as written in the Omnibus Liquor Bill signed by Gov. Walz in May, which allows a municipality to expand liquor licensing.  

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